I haven't been to the dentist since 5+ years, and I also don't use toothpaste, just an old toothbrush, floss, and (clove or other) essential oils and massasing

I haven't been to the dentist since 5+ years, and I also don't use toothpaste, just an old toothbrush, floss, and (clove or other) essential oils and massasing my gum when it hurts, few times a year